{"title":"Metal Detection Systems","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndustrial Metal Detection Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWOMAG Systems supplies, installs and supports industrial metal detection systems for food, pharmaceutical and manufacturing applications throughout the UK. Designed for integration into production and packaging lines, metal detectors provide reliable detection of ferrous, non-ferrous and stainless-steel contamination, helping manufacturers protect product quality, maintain compliance and reduce the risk of contaminated products reaching customers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal detection systems can be supplied for packaged products, loose and bulk materials, powders, granules and pumped products. Depending on the application, systems can be integrated with conveyors, automatic reject mechanisms, checkweighers and production control equipment to provide a complete inspection solution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWOMAG works with customers to select the correct metal detection technology based on the product, packaging, production environment, line speed, required sensitivity and potential contamination risks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow Does Industrial Metal Detection Work?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndustrial metal detectors generate an electromagnetic field through which the product passes. Metallic contamination changes this field, allowing the system to identify the presence of metal within the product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe achievable detection sensitivity depends on several factors, including the type of metal, product characteristics, aperture size, product temperature, packaging and operating environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFerrous metals are generally the easiest to detect, while non-ferrous metals and stainless steel can require greater sensitivity. Products with high moisture or salt content can also create a product effect that must be considered when selecting and configuring the system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConveyor Metal Detection Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConveyor metal detectors inspect packaged and unpackaged products as they travel along a production line. When contamination is detected, the affected product can be automatically removed using a suitable reject mechanism without stopping normal production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSystems can incorporate reject confirmation, locked reject bins, alarms and other failsafe features depending on the application and quality requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConveyor systems are widely used within food manufacturing, pharmaceutical production, packaging and other automated manufacturing environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGravity-Fed Metal Detection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGravity metal detectors are designed to inspect free-flowing products such as powders, granules and dry ingredients as they move through pipes or chutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese systems can be positioned within production processes to detect and automatically reject metallic contamination before the product reaches subsequent processing or packaging stages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePipeline Metal Detection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePipeline metal detection systems inspect liquids, pastes and other pumped products as they move through a production process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are commonly used for applications including sauces, meat products, dairy products and other pumpable materials, with automatic reject systems available to divert contaminated product from the production flow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal Detection and Checkweighing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal detection and checkweighing can be combined into a single inspection system, allowing products to be checked for metallic contamination and incorrect weight within the same section of the production line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombination systems can reduce the amount of production floor space required while providing automatic rejection and centralised control of both inspection processes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal Detection or X-Ray Inspection?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal detection and X-ray inspection perform different functions, and the most appropriate technology depends on the product, packaging and potential contaminants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal detection provides an established and effective method of identifying ferrous, non-ferrous and stainless-steel contamination. X-ray inspection can additionally identify certain dense non-metallic contaminants, including glass, stone, mineral and calcified bone, depending on the application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging is also an important consideration. Products packaged in aluminium foil, metal trays or some metallised materials may be better suited to X-ray inspection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWOMAG can assess the product, packaging and contamination risks to determine whether metal detection, X-ray inspection or a combination of inspection technologies provides the most appropriate solution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstallation, Service and Support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWOMAG Systems provides application consultation, installation, commissioning, training, preventative maintenance, repair and ongoing technical support for industrial metal detection systems throughout the UK.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal detection equipment can be supplied as a standalone system or integrated with checkweighing, X-ray inspection, machine vision, reject systems and wider production-line control equipment as part of a complete product inspection solution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does an industrial metal detector detect?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndustrial metal detectors are designed to detect metallic contamination within products, including ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals and stainless steel. Detection sensitivity depends on the type of metal, product characteristics, aperture size, packaging and system configuration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the difference between ferrous, non-ferrous and stainless-steel contamination?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFerrous metals contain iron and are generally the easiest contaminants for a metal detector to identify. Non-ferrous metals include materials such as aluminium, brass and copper. Stainless steel can be more difficult to detect because of its lower magnetic and electrical properties, particularly certain grades commonly used within food manufacturing equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow sensitive is an industrial metal detector?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal detector sensitivity varies according to the application. Important factors include the detector aperture size, product dimensions, type of metal, product temperature, moisture and salt content, packaging and production environment. A system should therefore be selected and tested using the actual product wherever possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is product effect in metal detection?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct effect occurs when the characteristics of the product itself generate a signal within the metal detector. Products containing high levels of moisture or salt can be electrically conductive and may behave similarly to metallic contamination. Modern metal detection systems use signal processing and product setup techniques to compensate for this effect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan a metal detector detect stainless steel?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Industrial metal detectors can detect stainless-steel contamination, although stainless steel is generally more difficult to detect than ferrous metal. The achievable sensitivity depends on the grade and size of the stainless steel as well as the product and detector configuration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan a metal detector detect aluminium?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Aluminium is a non-ferrous metal and can be detected by industrial metal detection systems. However, products packaged in aluminium foil or metal containers may require X-ray inspection rather than conventional metal detection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan a metal detector detect glass, stone or bone?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. Conventional metal detectors are designed to detect metallic contamination. Where the contamination risk includes materials such as glass, stone, mineral or calcified bone, an X-ray inspection system may provide a more appropriate solution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the difference between metal detection and X-ray inspection?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal detection identifies metallic contamination by detecting disturbances in an electromagnetic field. X-ray inspection measures differences in density and can therefore detect metal as well as certain dense non-metallic contaminants such as glass, stone and calcified bone. The correct technology depends on the product, packaging and contamination risks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan metal detection and checkweighing be combined?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Metal detection and checkweighing can be integrated into a combination system that checks products for both metallic contamination and incorrect weight. This can reduce the production-line footprint and provide a single inspection point for both processes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere should a metal detector be installed on a production line?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe optimum position depends on the manufacturing process and identified contamination risks. Metal detectors can be installed at ingredient intake, during processing or after final packaging. In food production, the location is often determined as part of the manufacturer's HACCP or food safety assessment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat happens when metal contamination is detected?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe system can automatically activate a reject mechanism to remove the affected product from the production line. Depending on the application, additional features can include reject confirmation, locked reject bins, alarms, production stops and inspection data recording.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes WOMAG install and service industrial metal detectors?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. WOMAG Systems supplies, installs and supports industrial metal detection systems throughout the UK, including application assessment, commissioning, operator training, preventative maintenance, repairs and ongoing technical support.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ceia-ths-21-metal-detector-series","title":"CEIA THS 21 Metal Detector Series","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCEIA Metal Detector Range — THS 21E, MS21 Multi Spectrum \u0026amp; Conveyor Systems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CEIA metal detector range delivers exceptional contamination detection across food, pharmaceutical, and industrial processing environments. Combining advanced multi-frequency and multi-spectrum technologies, these systems provide unmatched sensitivity to magnetic, non-magnetic, and high-resistivity stainless steel contaminants — even at high line speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTHS 21E Multi-Frequency Metal Detector\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe THS 21E uses multi-frequency technology to maintain maximum sensitivity across all metal types. An automatic frequency selection function identifies the optimum operating frequency during the autolearn phase, while automatic tracking eliminates variations caused by the product effect. The wide pass band ensures consistent performance at both slow and fast conveyor speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDigital signal analysis from the coil system delivers extremely high sensitivity, strong immunity to interference, and long-term operational stability — making the THS 21E a reliable choice for demanding production environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDownload the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/6800\/8002\/files\/THS-21ET_multi-frequency_brochure_dp002KK0032v1000x.pdf?v=1784721883\"\u003edatasheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/6800\/8002\/files\/DP002K0031v1000x_CEIA_ConveyorInspectionSystems.pdf?v=1784721883\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e here. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMS21 Multi Spectrum Metal Detector\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MS21 takes detection further by operating across multiple frequencies simultaneously — a significant advantage over conventional multi-frequency detectors that use only one frequency at a time. This multi-spectrum approach delivers sensitivity improvements of up to half the test sample size of a standard detector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo illustrate: a 4mm test sphere has a volume of 33.52mm³, while a 2mm sphere is just 4.19mm³ — an 800% difference in volume. The MS21's ability to reliably detect at this scale makes it exceptionally effective at identifying small, irregularly shaped contamination that other detectors may miss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable for conveyor, gravity, and pharmaceutical applications. All CEIA multi spectrum detectors include a two-year manufacturer's warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDownload the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/6800\/8002\/files\/THS21series_FoodQualityControl_catalogue_dp002KK0017v5000x.pdf?v=1784721883\"\u003edatasheet \u003c\/a\u003ehere. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConveyor Metal Detector Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCEIA conveyor metal detectors are available with flat PU belt or modular belt configurations across a wide range of standard aperture sizes, with bespoke systems available for non-standard requirements. All systems meet or exceed supermarket Codes of Practice and BRC requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManagement software includes data capture, remote programming, and monitoring features. Connectivity options include Webserver, RS232, Bluetooth, and wireless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReject system configurations available:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStop and alarm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAir blast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePusher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetracting carriage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLift flap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble overhead pusher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiverter arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDownload the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/6800\/8002\/files\/DP002K0031v1000x_CEIA_ConveyorInspectionSystems.pdf?v=1784721883\"\u003edatasheet\u003c\/a\u003e here. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSite visits are available to discuss your specific conveyor metal detector requirements — please contact us to arrange.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WOMAG","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55049127592258,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/6800\/8002\/files\/THS_21_MBB.png?v=1784713183"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.womag.co.uk\/collections\/metal-detector-systems.oembed","provider":"Womag","version":"1.0","type":"link"}